IT Technician

dlapiper; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

DLA Piper in New York City seeks an IT Support Specialist to provide desk-side assistance, hardware and software support, and on-site and remote service to staff and clients. You will install hardware, image devices, and coordinate with vendors.

This role requires CompTIA A+ or Network+ and at least 2 years of end-user support experience, with strong communication and organizational skills and a willingness to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Must have experience and/or knowledge of MS Windows, Office, device configuration, troubleshooting, OS configuration, network printing, and the installation of hardware and software.
• Excellent verbal and written skills. Strong organizational skills.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and be able to work quickly and accurately.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to build relationships with business professionals.

Responsibilities

• Installs standard software on firm computers.
• Provides technology support and service to employees and clients (onsite and remote).
• Installation, imaging and setup of hardware to include desktops, laptops, and printers.
• Coordinate with Vendors for repairs and support.

Skills

Windows OS

MS Office

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Education

High School or GED

Tools

MS Windows

Network printing

Device configuration

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

This position provides desk-side computer support, including hardware and software assistance, to end users.

Location

This position is located in our New York City office.

Responsibilities

• Installs standard software on firm computers.
• Provides technology support and service to employees and clients (onsite and remote).
• Installation, imaging and setup of hardware to include desktops, laptops, and printers.
• Coordinate with Vendors for repairs and support.
• Set-up and support of firm & personally owned mobile devices.
• Resolves service issues, including troubleshooting and repairing network connectivity issues, hard drive and display failures, and printer problems. Provides alternate, loaner equipment to ensure minimum disruption of work time.
• Completes assigned firm-wide equipment upgrades. Schedules time with employee to collect old equipment, re-configure and replace with new equipment.
• Participates in firm-wide roll-outs by providing pre- and post-migration support.
• Maintains inventory of hardware devices such as laptops, desktops, monitors and mobile devices.
• Handles onboarding and offboarding of employees, including training on appropriate use of hardware and software, including MFA and remote access. Reconfiguring equipment upon allocation or return.
• Monitors ticket queue. Documents problem resolution and works to ensure appropriate knowledge transfer to other technicians and responds to user communications for support requests.
• Provides after-hours support during on-call rotation. Travels to the office during late or weekend hours as needed.
• Flexibility to work overtime, including nights and weekends as needed. Serves as essential personnel during emergencies and/or inclement weather.
• Sets up meetings regularly as per firm standards, which includes arranging virtual meetings, loaner equipment, and network connections for presentations. Sets up and supports complex meetings. Supports firm-sponsored events both onsite and at remote locations.
• Assists Level 3 teams on specialized projects when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Must have experience and/or knowledge of MS Windows, Office, device configuration, troubleshooting, OS configuration, network printing, and the installation of hardware and software.
• Excellent verbal and written skills. Strong organizational skills.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and be able to work quickly and accurately.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to build relationships with business professionals.

Education

High School or GED

Certifications

CompTIA A+, Network+ certificate preferred.

Years of Experience

2 years' experience providing support to end users, troubleshooting hardware/software issues and installing PC and peripheral equipment.

Essential Job Expectations

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
• Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
• Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
• Comply with firm policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.

Work Environment

The selected candidate will have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement will be determined at the time of hiring and may be modified at the firm's discretion.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $39.20/hr - $50.96/hr, depending on the candidate's geographic location, experience, skills, educational background, and overall qualifications.

DLA Piper offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and additional benefits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position or participate in the selection process. For accommodation requests, please